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The Decision Not To Raise Rates Steady as she goes. That seems to be the Bank Of Canada’s motto as, for the first time in over a year, it’s keeping the benchmark interest rate unchanged. In fact, since June 2017 both the central and chartered banks have hiked their rates a total of 5 times, the last occasion being October.…

Winter might not seem like the best time to buy or sell property, but the facts say otherwise. According to The Daily Hive, Toronto’s current housing market can be considered “Balanced” with a Sales-To-New-Listings-Ratio (SNLR) of 57%. That means it’s a great time for both buyers and sellers to get in on the action. Let’s take a closer look at…

Toronto’s East End is youthful yet sophisticated, family-friendly but never boring. In fact, there’s always something to see, do, eat and explore… So without further ado, here are the Top 10 Things you can do in Toronto’s East End. #1. Sightseeing In The East End: The Broadview Hotel Riverdale is home to some beautiful Victorian and Edwardian architecture, and none…

Pot is now legal in Canada, and with its legalization comes new challenges and regulations. So what exactly are the rules? And how do they affect you as a homeowner, landlord, renter or buyer? Let’s explore this brave new world of cannabis and real estate…. Pot: What’s Legal & What’s Not Here’s a breakdown of what you can and can’t…

Why are property values suddenly skyrocketing in Riverdale Toronto? Because bright young professionals and their families love the area, drawn to its diverse population, incredible food, excellent schools, and beautiful green-spaces. The neighbourhood has a reputation for being family-friendly, and as a result, more and more people are moving in. Let’s look at what makes Riverdale so attractive to parents….…

Riverdale – An Overview Gorgeous scenery, amazing schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, fantastic arts, and delicious cuisine… These are just some of the highlights of living in Riverdale. In fact, Riverdale is quickly becoming one of the most desirable neighbourhoods in Toronto. Here’s why… Riverdale Is For Families Riverdale has a reputation for being family-friendly, with pristine parks, excellent schools, and wholesome…

What is Sidewalk Toronto? Sidewalk Toronto is a collaboration between Alphabet’s Sidewalk Labs and Waterfront Toronto to create a new, mixed-use, high-tech community on Toronto’s Eastern Waterfront. The project will start with the creation of Quayside, a brand new 12-acre neighborhood just southeast of downtown Toronto. The state-of-the-art community will serve as a test bed for emerging technologies like self-driving…

Understanding The New Interest Rate Hike The Bank of Canada recently raised its key overnight rate by 25 basis points to 1.5%. Big banks like TD and BMO also followed suit, increasing their prime lending rate to 3.70% So how does this affect Toronto’s real estate market? The short answer: positively. While it costs more to borrow, the rate hike is…

King West: Then and Now King West lies in Toronto’s historic Fashion District and is one of the city’s most famous thoroughfares. Named after King George 3rd, it was once home to countless warehouses and textile factories (hence its nickname The Garment District). But today’s King Street is far different…. Those old warehouses have been turned into galleries, lofts, and…

To find schools in an area, enter a city or neighbourhood name, a postal code or just the first 3 digits of a postal code, or a street address in the search box. The location of each school is indicated by a colored pin. The color of the pin identifies the general level of academic performance of the school as…